Houses and Buildings of The Hague – 7 Centuries of Architecture – H.J.F. de Roy van Zuydewijn – Vintage 70s
This compact 1970s architecture book takes you on a journey through seven centuries of Hague architecture: from the medieval court city to the New Objectivity and pre-war modernism.
Written by H.J.F. de Roy van Zuydewijn and presented in a clear, well-organised paperback edition, this is an accessible yet substantively strong guide for anyone who truly wants to understand The Hague.
What makes this book attractive:
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Chronological overview from 1250–1940
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Black-and-white photography of iconic buildings
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Focus on Berlage, Dudok, and the Delft School
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Extensive topographical index
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Compact and handy format
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Typical 70s design
The book is in very neat vintage condition.
There is a personal inscription on the endpaper (2014).
A great piece for:
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Lovers of The Hague's history
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Architecture students
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Regional collectors
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Or as an understated vintage addition to a bookshelf
Specifications
Title: Haagse huizen en gebouwen (Houses and Buildings of The Hague)
Subtitle: 7 centuries of architecture in the court city
Author: H.J.F. de Roy van Zuydewijn
Edition: Second edition
Period: approx. 1975–1980
Binding: Paperback
Height: 20 cm
Thickness: 1 cm
Condition: Very neat vintage condition, with inscription